Case Studies

Aquila Recovery, Mallaig Opt

In July 2009 Scallop trawler Aquila caught its nets on an unchartered obstruction 20 miles SSW off Mallaig. The snagged nets resulted in a violent capsize of the vessel. Three of the crewmembers perished from injuries sustained by the capsize incident, one crewmember was rescued by a passing yacht. The MCA ETV attended the scene, however, Aquila sank shortly after.